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"We had an awesome time! Chalet #10 was perfect and worth the price! The game drivers were amazing and the guides were knowledgable and fun. " More

By a verified traveler on Sun 20 Jan 2019

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Hotel Description

Family-friendly 4-star lodge with 2 outdoor pools

Touws River retreat

Within 12 miles (20 km) of this lodge, you'll find Cape Floral Region Protected Areas and Bokkeriviere Nature Reserve. Hex Valley Golf Club and Veldskoen Padstal are also within 32 miles (52 km).

Full-service spa, dining

A full-service spa, 2 outdoor pools, and a restaurant are all featured at this lodge. There's fun for all ages with a free kid's club and mini golf, and barbecue grills are available on site. Enjoy the indoor pool and perks like free self parking and free WiFi.

Standard Lodge Rooms (13)

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max
$236* Per night/room Apr 29 - Apr 30

Premier Lodge Rooms (12)

Bed Count 2 Twin Beds Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Luxury Premier Cottages King (9)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Luxury Premier Cottages King and Twin (10)

Bed Count 1 Queen Bed Maximum Occupancy 2 Max

Family Luxury Cottage 4 Sleeper (5)

Bed Count 1 King Bed Maximum Occupancy 4 Max

Family Luxury Cottage 8 Sleeper (6)

Bed Count 2 King Beds Maximum Occupancy 8 Max

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa ratings based on 1 Verified Reviews

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Guest reviews for Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

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5 out of 5
We had an awesome time! Chalet #10 was perfect and worth the price! The game drivers were amazing and the guides were knowledgable and fun.

Posted by on Jan 20, 2019

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About the Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

Location off the R46, Touws River, Western Cape

All-inclusive Details

  • Gratuities not included
  • All meals included
  • Basic alcoholic beverages not included
  • All onsite activities, and facilities and equipment included
  • Premium/imported alcoholic beverages not included
  • Premium food items not included
  • Childcare not included
  • Scuba diving excursions not included
  • Snorkeling excursions not included
  • Scuba diving certification not included
  • Motorized water sports not included
  • Golf green fees not included
  • Use of golf equipment not included
  • Use of golf cart not included
  • Spa/beauty facilities and services not included
  • Activities/services from independent operators not included
  • Transportation to offsite activities not included
  • Offsite tours not included
  • Buffet-style meals included
  • Room service not included
  • Minibar not included
  • Scuba diving lessons not included
  • Miniature golf not included
  • Windsurfing not included
  • Sailboats not included
  • Snorkeling not included
  • Tennis rackets not included
  • Tennis lessons not included

Property Features

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa offers its guests a full-service spa, 2 outdoor swimming pools, an indoor pool, and a sauna. There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at one of the bars, which include a poolside bar and a bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. A complimentary children's club, tour/ticket assistance, and barbecue grills are also featured at the family-friendly Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa. Free self parking is available. Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4-star Touws River lodge.

  • 77 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • Built in 1998
  • Kid's club (free)
  • Supervised childcare (surcharge)
  • Childcare (surcharge)
  • Poolside lounge chairs
  • Conference center
  • Dry cleaning
  • Self-service laundry
  • Front desk (24 hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Tour and ticket information
  • Concierge
  • Wedding services available
  • Game room or arcade
  • BBQ grill(s)
  • Gift shop
  • Newspapers for purchase
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Elevator
  • Smoking in designated areas
  • Bar or lounge
  • Bar by the pool
  • Dining venue

Family Friendly Amenities

  • Family property
  • Number of indoor pools - 1
  • Number of outdoor pools - 2
  • Free WiFi
  • Children's club (free)
  • Laundry facilities
  • Babysitting or childcare (surcharge)
  • Arcade/game room
  • Playground on site
  • Free cribs/infant beds

Internet

Available in all rooms: Free WiFi

Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking

Free self parking

Transport

  • Property shuttles: Airport shuttle
  • Parking: Free self parking

Room Amenities

Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa offers 77 air-conditioned accommodations with safes and complimentary bottled water. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include bathtubs or showers with rainfall showerheads, bathrobes, complimentary toiletries, and hair dryers. Cribs/infant beds (complimentary) are also available. Housekeeping is provided daily.

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Cribs (free)
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Hair dryer
  • Safe
  • Bathrobes
  • Toiletries (free)
  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan
  • Ensuite bathroom

Food & Drink

Onsite venue - This buffet restaurant specializes in local cuisine. Guests can enjoy drinks at the bar.

Nearby Activities

Guests can experience the thrill of a safari, and take advantage of an indoor pool. 2 outdoor swimming pools are on site along with a sauna.

The recreational activities listed below are available either on site or nearby; fees may apply.

  • Playground on site
  • Game drive on site
  • Safari on site
  • Miniature golf on site
  • Golfing nearby
  • Helicopter/airplane tours on site
  • Horse riding/rental on site

Spa Services

The onsite spa has couples treatment room(s). Services include facials, body treatments, and manicures and pedicures. The spa is equipped with a sauna and a steam room.

The spa is open daily. Children under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa without adult supervision. Guests under 13 years old are not allowed in the spa.

  • Sauna in spa
  • Steam room in spa
  • Minimum age to access spa is 13
  • Couples treatment rooms
  • Manicures and pedicures
  • Body treatments
  • Facial treatments
  • Massages

Accessibility

If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.

  • Wheelchair-accessible on-site restaurant
  • Wheelchair accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible path to elevator
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)

Hotel Policies

Check-in

  • Check-in time starts at 2:00 PM
  • Check-in time ends at 5:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age is: 18

Special check-in instructions:

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Front desk staff will greet guests on arrival.

Check-out

  • Check-out by 10:00 AM

Payment types

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Free cribs (infant beds)!

Pet Policy

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed at Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa

Policies

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted

Cashless transactions are available

Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.

A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.

Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, American Express, and Diners Club. Cash is not accepted. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions. Contactless check-in and contactless check-out are available.

  • Property does not offer onsite COVID-19 testing
  • Property does not require health documentation at check-in
  • Guest accommodation is not sealed after cleaning
  • Electrostatic spray is used for disinfection
  • Cashless transactions are available
  • Staff temperature checks are conducted regularly
  • Masks are compulsory at the property
  • Temperature checks are available to guests
  • Bed sheets and towels are washed at a temperature of at least 60°C/140°F
  • Contactless food service / room service is not available
  • Commonly-touched surfaces are cleaned with disinfectant
  • Reservation is not required for facilities onsite
  • Property confirms they are implementing guest safety measures
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • Property is cleaned with disinfectant
  • Staff wears personal protective equipment
  • Mobile key entry is not available
  • Debit cards not accepted
  • Food service has been amended for enhanced safety
  • Protective clothing is not available to guests
  • Property follows sanitization practices of Safe Travels (WTTC - Global)
  • Shield between guests and staff in main contact areas
  • Guests are provided with free hand sanitizer
  • Staffed front desk
  • Social distancing measures are in place
  • Contactless check-in is available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • LGBTQ friendly
  • Property confirms they are implementing enhanced cleaning measures
  • Service animals not allowed
  • Individually-wrapped food options are not available
  • No gap period between guest stays

Fees

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Air conditioning is available for an additional fee

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

Hotel Names

  • Aquila Private Game
  • Aquila Private Game Reserve Lodge Touws River
  • Aquila Private Game Reserve Touws River
  • Aquila Private Reserve
  • Aquila Private Game Reserve &
  • Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Lodge
  • Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Touws River
  • Aquila Private Game Reserve & Spa Lodge Touws River

You should know

  • Pets and service animals are not allowed on site.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Awards & Affiliations

This property is affiliated with the International LGBTQ+ Travel Association (IGLTA) and welcomes lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, intersex, and asexual (LGBTQ+) guests.

National Rating

Quality Graded by the Tourism Grading Council of South Africa (TGCSA) – South Africa's official quality assurance organization.

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Frequently Asked Questions

*Price based on the lowest price found within past 24 hours and based upon one night stay for two adults over the next thirty days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.